SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1145
BOFSGBS1145 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Grantown-On-Spey, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1145 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 145 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Grantown-On-Spey (804727 |
| City | Grantown-On-Spey |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 145 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch uses SWIFT code BOFSGBS1145?
BOFSGBS1145 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Grantown-On-Spey (804727, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Grantown-On-Spey, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGBS1145 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1145.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1145 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1145 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.